Conventional heat engines go through a series of conversions which lower efficiency. First converting the chemical energy to heat, next from heat to mechanical energy, and finally mechanical to electricity. Fuel cells on the other hand offer an efficient means of generating energy from hydrogen and air since only one conversion is made, chemical energy to electrical energy. This makes fuel cells one of the most efficient sources of generating electricity.

Our team wants to tackle the slow response times of the Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell to demonstrate that fuel cells are a viable solution for low emission, sustainable energy. We will also be seeking to lower the associated operating losses.

Our goal is to find new ways to lower the response times of the PEMFC and lower operating losses.

Fuel cells present a more efficient way to produce electricity than conventional heat engines. As more research and innovation is being done in this field, fuel cells are likely to become the new staple of electricity generation.